The purpose of OWCA is to protect and
enhance the natural and cultural heritage of
the watersheds of the Obed River and its
tributaries within Cumberland County, TN
through community education, creating
opportunities for community research
projects, and promoting conservation,
recreation, and best management practices.
enhance the natural and cultural heritage of
the watersheds of the Obed River and its
tributaries within Cumberland County, TN
through community education, creating
opportunities for community research
projects, and promoting conservation,
recreation, and best management practices.
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| Welcome |
| Obed Watershed Community Association |
| November 2008 OWCA Ripples newsletter as pdf. |
| OWCA Mascot The Spotfin Chub an endangered species photo by Brad Cook |
| Upcoming Events |
November
6 Come Welcome New City Engineer
Tom Wolf has started his job as the City
engineer. In that position, Tom has many
responsibilities affecting water quality and
storm water management. Do come to our
welcoming reception for Tom. We will have a
discussion on how we can partner with him to
support his efforts. 3 pm, Thursday, Nov 6 at
the Common Ground.
19 Watts Bar Reservoir Our
New Water Source?
The Plateau Partnership Industrial Park
is looking for a water supply. A strong
candidate is to pipe the water up from Watts
Bar Reservoir to link with the Crab Orchard
Water District lines.
Come for a discussion on the Watts Bar
Reservoir water quality and whether you
want it as a supply for drinking water. 3pm
Wed. Nov. 19 at the Common Ground.
20 November Nature Loop Picnic
Beginning in November, OWCA will take
a monthly walk on the Cumberland
Mountain’s State Park nature loop. Each
month will have a different focus. This first
walk around the loop, we will scope out the
different themes for the months ahead.
Come help shape this nature education
experience. Bring your own picnic. 11-1 pm
Thurs. Nov. 20. Gather at the Park
Restaurant entrance.
Common Ground is located at 405 W. 4th
St. in Crossville. For more info, 931/4848-
9033.
6 Come Welcome New City Engineer
Tom Wolf has started his job as the City
engineer. In that position, Tom has many
responsibilities affecting water quality and
storm water management. Do come to our
welcoming reception for Tom. We will have a
discussion on how we can partner with him to
support his efforts. 3 pm, Thursday, Nov 6 at
the Common Ground.
19 Watts Bar Reservoir Our
New Water Source?
The Plateau Partnership Industrial Park
is looking for a water supply. A strong
candidate is to pipe the water up from Watts
Bar Reservoir to link with the Crab Orchard
Water District lines.
Come for a discussion on the Watts Bar
Reservoir water quality and whether you
want it as a supply for drinking water. 3pm
Wed. Nov. 19 at the Common Ground.
20 November Nature Loop Picnic
Beginning in November, OWCA will take
a monthly walk on the Cumberland
Mountain’s State Park nature loop. Each
month will have a different focus. This first
walk around the loop, we will scope out the
different themes for the months ahead.
Come help shape this nature education
experience. Bring your own picnic. 11-1 pm
Thurs. Nov. 20. Gather at the Park
Restaurant entrance.
Common Ground is located at 405 W. 4th
St. in Crossville. For more info, 931/4848-
9033.
| Lilly Overlook of the Obed River |